Oopah (tunicate), whole animal (Alaska Native) Nutrition Facts
Oopah, a whole tunicate eaten in Alaska Native food traditions, is a small but nutrient-dense seafood. It has a briny, ocean-like flavor and a unique texture that stands out from more familiar shellfish.
Per serving, it provides 67 calories, 2.2g fat, 0g carbs, and 11.7g protein. It also has 0g fiber and 0g sugar, so it’s not especially sweet or filling from fiber.
Because it’s high in protein and very low in carbs, Oopah can fit well into simple, seafood-focused meals. It’s an interesting choice for anyone curious about traditional coastal foods.
Oopah (tunicate), whole animal (Alaska Native)
Serving size: 100 g
Calories67kcal
Net Carbs0g
Protein11.7g
Fat2.2g
Where do the calories come from?
Protein 70%
Carbs 0%
Fat 30%
What is this food made of?
Water 85%
Protein 12%
Carbs 0%
Fat 2%
Blood Sugar Index0Low
Inflammation Score0Low
PRAL Score5.73Acidic
Amino Acid Score47%Incomplete
Detailed Nutrition Facts
Macronutrients
| Calories (kcal) | 67 | 3% | |
| Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% | |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | — | |
| Cholesterol | — | — | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0 g | — | |
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central